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You’ve probably heard the word “extreme” applied to adventure activities, and many products appealing to youth.But I like to think of it as being an appropriate term to use with some perennials, those that tolerate “extreme” conditions in the traditional sense of the word. It seems in recent years that we’ve gotten into a cycle of extreme conditions–colder than normal […]
With the constant rise of global warming and pollution, the planet is in desperate need of more plants to keep the life on earth going. Plants not only add to the beauty of the place, but they also release more oxygen into the environment and remove the harmful carbon dioxide from the air. Make your contribution towards the planet by […]
Home Gardening Seasonal articles to address your gardening desires We have received your emails and we know you want “more”. Please browse through our list of home gardening article categories below and let us know if they were of any help. Elisabeth Ginsburg, writes a weekly gardening column for three of the regional (Westchester, Connecticut and Long Island) sections of […]
The summer has finally arrived and now is the time to start organizing lovely relaxing weekends away in Europe. If you an avid nature lover then you will want to spend your summer surrounded by some o the most exquisite gardens Europe has to offer. Botanical gardens in Europe are some of the most tranquil and relaxing places, perfect if […]
With summer not far away, this is the perfect time to do a variety of jobs around the garden before the heat hits. Invest the time and energy now so your yard will be ready for entertaining and other summer activities. It might sound a bit daunting, but if you schedule time for yourself each week to get things done, […]
While you probably don’t need to look out for vampires, there are plenty of other creatures in the world that definitely do exist and definitely do feed on human blood. In fact, there are probably swarms of blood-sucking insects in your own backyard, just waiting for you to venture outside so they can chow down. Unfortunately, blood-sucking pests thrive in […]
Creating a new garden is fun and rewarding but you need to have a clear idea about what you want. Is it going to be a vegetable garden or are you going to plant exotic flowers? Whatever it will be, gardening should bring you a lot of satisfaction and joy. You can start digging and planting in the spring, but […]
You may recall the story of King Midas, who turned whatever he touched into gold. Well, you can do the same in your flower garden, planting an entire garden or perhaps just a bed or corner in it in gold-leafed and gold-flowered plants. It just takes a little planning. Here are my suggestions for plants with golden foliage or flowers […]
How long do you spend working in your garden? No matter how much you love being outdoors and gardening, sometimes, it can be hard to find as much time as you might like to work on your outside space. Whether you have a busy schedule and a hectic lifestyle or just want to cut down on some of the more […]
WHAT GARDENERS WANT TO KNOW By Dr. Leonard Perry Extension Nursery and Greenhouse Crops Specialist University of Vermont Thanks to the Internet, I’m in contact with gardeners all over the world. They have questions about growing and caring for perennials, how to deal with pests, and other horticultural issues…probably some of the same questions and concerns you have about your […]